Falerio Saladini Pilastri, Pecorino & Trebbiano, Marche, Italy
This central Italian wine is bursting with ripe apple and chamomile on the nose with a crispy, fruity fennely vibe on the palate.
Grape – Passerina, Pecorino, Trebbiano
Country – Iatly
Region – Marche
Sub-Region – Madiran
ABV – 13%
Bottle Size - 750ml
Just north of the Abruzzo nestled in the rolling hills behind the walled city of Ascoli Piceno lies the estate of Saladini Pilastri. They are one of the oldest families in the Marche and their 200 hectares includes the usual viticultural suspects (Trebbiano, Sangiovese and Montepulciano) as well as a few Rhône rangers including Viognier and Syrah. All the vineyards are farmed organically which is no hardship given the hot, dry summers. The Falerio is almost too good to be true: lively and full of fruit with more character than one has a right to expect at this price.